Douglasshütte
5.0About
Douglasshütte sits at 1976m in the Vorarlberg Alps, accessed from the Bregenzerwald region. The approach takes 2.5 to 3 hours on foot from the valley. This is solid hiking terrain, not a casual stroll. The hut works well as a base for ridge walks and multi-day traverses across the northern limestone Alps.
The OeAV-managed hut sleeps around 50 people in mixed dorms. Meals are available; book dinner and breakfast when you reserve your bed. Flush toilets are installed. There is no WiFi, so treat this as genuine mountain accommodation where you actually talk to other hikers. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and avalanche safety. Confirm opening dates before traveling in shoulder seasons.
Book directly with the hut by email or phone. July and August are busy; contact them 6 to 8 weeks ahead for these months. June and September are quieter and offer reliable weather. Winter bookings are negotiable but need advance confirmation. The hut staff speak German and English.
The OeAV-managed hut sleeps around 50 people in mixed dorms. Meals are available; book dinner and breakfast when you reserve your bed. Flush toilets are installed. There is no WiFi, so treat this as genuine mountain accommodation where you actually talk to other hikers. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and avalanche safety. Confirm opening dates before traveling in shoulder seasons.
Book directly with the hut by email or phone. July and August are busy; contact them 6 to 8 weeks ahead for these months. June and September are quieter and offer reliable weather. Winter bookings are negotiable but need advance confirmation. The hut staff speak German and English.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for summer weekends; email or call directly—contact details are on the hut's listing.
Typically open June to October; confirm exact dates when you book, as Alpine huts adjust for snow and staffing.
The hut sits at 1,976m and takes 2.5 to 3 hours to reach on foot from the Bregenzerwald valley—solid hiking terrain, not a casual walk.
Dinner and breakfast are available; book them when you reserve your bed. Flush toilets are installed; there is no WiFi.
Not for casual hikers—the approach is steep and sustained. It works well for hikers with solid mountain experience doing ridge walks or multi-day traverses.
Location
47.0597, 9.7547
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV Österreichischer Alpenverein Sektion Vorarlberg
- Season
- May 21-Oct 23: 08:00-24:00
Facilities
Meals served
Flush toilets
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 664 4412378
- Website
- https://www.douglasshuette.at
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